Kaila from Kaneohe, HI

They have emergency posts placed around campus where students can pick up the phone to call security.

Great for these types of students

Any community college is great for those students who are unsure about what they want to do. Windward specifically are great at nurturing an individual to become the greatest that they can be.

What to do for fun

Most of my extra-curricular activities include water sports. I enjoy paddling outrigger canoe, surfing, and swimming. I paddle for a club close to home but due to conflict of interest I will most likely be looking for a club elsewhere. For the past two years paddling has been my entire life. I am very competitive and always up for a challenge.

Food and Dining

The food is very good at the coffee shop as well as the cafeteria. The cafeteria is more affordable and healthy than the coffee shop but the coffee shop is more closer to the center of campus.

Dorm Life

Considering this is a community college there are no dorms.

Academic Rigor

The academic rigor this college can be both intense and overwhelming, but as I mentioned before there are plenty of opportunities for tutoring. The curriculum is fast paced, challenging, and very harsh if you don't have a grip on things.

Tips for prospective students

Some tips that I have for prospective students would be to utilize the resources the college has to offer. The library has a lot of student-run tutoring services that can be really beneficial for all students of all intelligence levels. I would also take advantage of the office hours for your professors. Try to meet with them once during midterms and a second time during finals to monitor your grade.

In three sentences

Windward community college is a very special and considerably different college campus. The staff of counselors and professors genuinely care about their students and try to guide them in whatever they decide to do. The campus itself is very beautiful and I give it a full ten out of ten.

Savena from Waianae, HI

12/30/2014

Reviewer is A current student here.

2 of 11

Categories

Comments

Campus Safety

There are stations around the campus for emergency use only. Students can locate the security office in the admissions building which is the first building they'll see when coming into the school. The security is very helpful and very friendly as well. They make you feel very comfortable.

Clubs and Activities

Aside from the yoga and Tai-Chi activities, they have small clubs or groups that help make the campus more green. They also scavenger hunts once in awhile. For students who would like to participate in the schools scavenger hunt, they just need to look in the Ka Ohana newsletter that WCC students put together. This newsletter is found throughout the college.

What to do for fun

There are many activities that students can participate in. Some of these activities are Tai-Chi, yoga, martial arts and meditation. The college also holds job fairs at least once a semester. They also have wellness fairs as well.

I am not too sure about the dorm life. I am a local resident and rent a place on the west side of the island.

Academic Rigor

I rate the academic rigor three stars because if a student is motivated enough, the education isn't too tough. At first one might be overwhelmed but staying positive and productive will help students get to where they want to be.

Tips for prospective students

Those who are looking to become a veterinary assistant or veterinary technician, Windward CC is the only school on the island that provides the opportunity to do so. The building names are all in Hawaiian. It isn't a huge school, so once you know where each building is, you'll be fine.

In three sentences

WCC is a great college for students who live on the east side of Oahu. All the instructors that I've had were respectful and very helpful in my studies. It is a beautiful school and it's not too big.

Samantha from Honolulu, HI

This campus is great for students who are very out dorsy. There are so many things to do on the windward side. There are many hikes and beaches that lead you to the most beautiful scenic views.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

There is a small little lounge up Hale Akoakoa building where there is a pool table, ping-pong table, air hockey, television, computers, and couches! I go there when I have a 3 hour break between classes and I'll just browse on the computers and sometimes take a little snooze on the couches.

Bang for the buck

This is a community college so it is on the cheaper side. I think the teachers are great, they really try to get to know you individually, and they're always there when you need help. They just renovated their library so everything is updated with new apple computers.

What to do for fun

Windward hosts many fun activities during the weekends. Just recently we had ho'olaulea. This is a hawaiian music festival and it's when a bunch of local vendors from all over the island come and serve food or showcase locally made jewelry, local bands come to play music and you can win many prizes. There's also little bouncy houses and rock wall climbing for the keikis (children).

Food and Dining

3 stars because the cafe just recently closed so there's no option for real food on campus, but there is a coffee shop called The Hub which is EXCELLENT. They have great coffee, bubble teas, ice teas, lemonade, sandwiches, fruit, bagels, frappes. It's wonderful.

Dorm Life

There are no dorms for the campus.

Academic Rigor

Well, the major that i'm in, Windward is the only college in the state that offers my major (veterinary technician). So It is very competitive and you really have to put in the extra time to study study study!

Tips for prospective students

Invest in an umbrella because this side of the island is known for rainy and cold weather.

In three sentences

Winward is a very small, friendly, campus. I would say it is one of the most beautiful campuses in the country. Teachers and staff are so inspiring and always happy to help and they always seem like they love what they do.

Michelle from Kailua, HI

If you're into theater there's good classes and there's great staff to help you there and there's a theater there.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

There is a really cool gallery called the Iolani Gallery.

What to do for fun

Meet new students and staff so I get familiar with the buildings and the students there.

Food and Dining

The food there is great and they have their own little coffee shop.

Dorm Life

I live at home sorry

Academic Rigor

Windward is really good and the classes can work around your schedules and the teachers are very understanding and helpful.

Tips for prospective students

If your looking for a good college on the Island Windward Community College is a great start with furthering your education career at.

In three sentences

I have to say Windward is a very great school and if I ever need help someone is always available to help me. I rate Windward Community College on a scale of 1-10 with ten being the highest and one being the lowest a 10. There is nothing more I could ask of from Windward there's helpful people everywhere.

Jessica from Kaneoha, HI

Im not in the food and dining program but there is the HUB cafe, and they have delicious drinks and foods for lunch.

Dorm Life

Im not currently in the dorms and don't know anyone in the dorms so my opinion on it is unimportant. As far as i know I'm not quite sure if the campus itself even has dorms. windward community college is a part of the UH system and the UH dorms in town as far as I know are great and its a wonderful way to meet new people.

Academic Rigor

The academic rigor is quite fun. Most teachers seem very involved with their students and take time for office hours to go above and beyond to help the students that need. My grades have improved extremely since going to windward community college because the teachers take there outside time to check emails and continue to be updated with grades and information.

Tips for prospective students

Windward community college is located in Hawaii in a beautiful area right in the valley of the koolau mountains, If your looking for friendly paradise days then windward community college is the place for you.

In three sentences

Its an extremely great place to get your general course classes out of the way because the teachers really interact with the students and do there best to help students with any problems they may have. Windward community college just built a brand new library thats a great place to study and interact with friends.

Erika from Kaneohe, HI

09/06/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

7 of 11

Categories

Comments

Academic Rigor

so far so good

In three sentences

I personally, would rate Windward Community College, a strong 8. The campus is not only beautiful, its the diversity. I have no trouble with parking, the Library is a great study joint, people there are just laid back!

Jasmine from Kaneohe, HI

It's the best school I've been to all the way around its a solid five star college. As far as students and factcuity it can't be beat. The Aloha sprite is alive and stroung.

What to do for fun

Besides meeting a lot of wonderful students here the activities are endless. college here has some sports teams and we have a brand new student game room and lounge.

Food and Dining

Food here is amazing with in itself. we have all kinds of food. Food representing many different cultures.

Dorm Life

no on site broading.

Academic Rigor

The instructors are great. They will put the time in if you in vest in yourself. The study help resources here is excellent

Tips for prospective students

This college has helpful, caring and friendly people who are willing to assist you in getting started and feeling right at home.

In three sentences

This campus is well landscaped, with green lushes lawns. The back drop is the beautiful Koaloa mountains, home of the stairway to haven hiking trail. The people on campus are friendly and helpful, I call this college home.

Julie from Kailua, HI

Overall there is constant security around campus and everyone treats each other like family, it's safer then other campuses. They are also many phones around campus in case anyone needs help.

Clubs and Activities

There are many clubs from student government to national honor society, the beginning of school enrollment, all the clubs are out show casing what they do.

What to do for fun

There are many events around campus that take place, flyers are usually put up and even professors will make announcements about upcoming events before class starts. Every month a mid-munches is held, where free food is given by showing your ID or filling out a survey.

Food and Dining

The food is very good, I personally love the hub, which takes after a coffee shop. It provides tasty organic cookies to sandwiches and salads. They also sell a variety of drinks, I personally love their bubble tea's.

Academic Rigor

Academically I believe our school is strong because with smaller classes the professor has more time to work with everyone, leaving no one behind.

Tips for prospective students

Do NOT wait when first enrolling, apply early and talk to your counselor as soon as possible, or else you will end up stuck with classes you do not like. Also apply for Fafsa even if you think you can't get anything, you never know till you try, till then keep applying for scholarships. Do not procastinate, this is your first year! It will be hard so don't slack off.

In three sentences

I believe windward community college is a safe, and friendly school. All the staff and students treat each other like family, always supporting each other and many resources are available to help the students along the way. The school is constantly lively with many mini events taking place each month.

Eybelle from Kailua, HI

The campus, in my opinion, is pretty safe. They have emergency telephones near every building, a lit parking lot, and campus security constantly patrolling the area.

Greek Life

There is no Greek life.

Clubs and Activities

There aren't many clubs. There is the LGBT club and intramural sports. Most students join the clubs and sports teams on other UH campuses.

Great for these types of students

This college is great for first-time college students and later in life students.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

The campus used to be the old State Hospital.Most of the buildings are brand new now, but the Math building has shower drains in the floors.

Bang for the buck

You really are getting a valuable education at this campus and the teachers treat you as equals.

What to do for fun

They have a student activity center and the mall is less than 5 min drive from the college. Not to mention the Kailua beaches. There's plenty of fun things to do.

Food and Dining

The food is mainly American and local Hawaiian. It's pretty tasty and freshly prepared. They also have snacks, a coffee machine, and drinks.

Dorm Life

This is a community college so there are no dorms.

Academic Rigor

The classes are challenging, but nothing that one can't handle. As long as you manage your time well, you will have no problem keeping up with assignments.

Tips for prospective students

Bring a jacket, some of the classes are kept cold. The campus is built on a hill and some buildings have stairs, so you'll get a workout. Come to class 10-30 min early if you have a full classroom, otherwise you won't get a good seat. It's better to ride The Bus to Windward than drive there.

In three sentences

This place is teeming with the spirit of Aloha. Everyone is friendly, helpful, including the teachers. The college itself is absolutely dedicated to helping their students succeed.

Cappex is the company behind CollegeGreenlight.com.

College Greenlight is a service provided by Cappex.com, a leading college search website that has relationships with hundreds of colleges nationwide and years of experience helping millions of students achieve their college dreams.